83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
48 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Goodyear Assurance All-Season vs Kumho Solus TA71 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance All-Season — better handling, noise and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus TA71 if snow matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | 78 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 35 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | 86 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 59 | 54 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 30 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 75 | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 74 | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 40 |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | 89 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Solus TA71 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance All-Season leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Assurance All-Season | Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 35 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Assurance All-Season | Kumho Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 78 |
| Dry | 92 | 87 |
| Wet | 87 | 83 |
| Snow | 73 | 77 |
| Comfort | 90 | 86 |
| Noise | 89 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 86 |
| Handling | 65 | 35 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Assurance All Season is widely regarded as a budget-friendly, comfortable, and quiet tire suitable for daily commuting in moderate climates. While many users report excellent longevity and value, a notable segment of the user base experiences significant premature tread wear and subpar performance in heavy snow or icy conditions.
Pros
- High level of ride comfort and low road noise
- Excellent value for the price point
- Reliable dry and wet weather traction for non-aggressive drivers
- Strong tread life for many users, with some reporting over 60,000 miles
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of premature wear well before the warranty limit
- Poor performance in winter conditions, specifically on ice and deep snow
- Occasional reports of vibration and balance issues immediately after installation
- Reduced traction during heavy rain compared to premium alternatives
Observations
- Users on mid-size SUVs like the Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V generally report high satisfaction regarding ride quality and noise levels.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those in mountainous, snowy regions report that the tire struggles to maintain grip, suggesting it is better suited for flat, temperate environments.
The Kumho Solus TA71 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that offers a comfortable and quiet ride for daily commuting. While most users praise its longevity and price-to-performance ratio, a minority of owners report issues with handling stability and wet-weather traction, particularly on heavier vehicles.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Low road noise and high ride comfort
- Strong tread life longevity
- Reliable performance in dry and light rain conditions
Cons
- Occasional reports of vague steering or 'wandering' feel
- Mushy cornering stability during aggressive maneuvers
- Inconsistent wet-weather traction for some users
- Potential sidewall flex issues on heavier vehicles
Observations
- Users with sedans like the Honda Accord and Acura RL report high satisfaction with noise levels and ride quality compared to OEM tires.
- Owners of larger vehicles, such as vans, have reported concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and traction during emergency maneuvers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Assurance All-Season | B · Kumho Solus TA71 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 51 | 5 |
| Rim diameters | 14″ – 20″ | 17″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | 9/32″ | 11.5/32″ |
| UTQG | 600 A B | 600 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 65,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Goodyear
78
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Goodyear Assurance All-Season — better handling, noise and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus TA71 if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 65 vs 35 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 89 vs 83 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 92 vs 87 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance All-Season scores 87 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Goodyear Assurance All-Season
Tire B · Kumho Solus TA71
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.